What are the responsibilities and job description for the Performance Coach position at Rhode Island FC?
Rhode Island FC is seeking an experienced and motivated Performance Coach. This role applies sports science knowledge to optimize a player’s performance, injury prevention, and drive the return-to-play process.
This position is an at-will position. The Performance Coach will be required to attend all training, scrimmages, treatment sessions, as well as all home and away games. The projected start date is July 15, 2026.
Licenses or Certifications
· CPR certification
· Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification by the NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association), or Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) certification by the NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
· CPR certification
· Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification by the NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association), or Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) certification by the NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
Educational Experience
· Minimum four (4) year college/university bachelor’s degree or higher in related Sports Science or Applied Kinesiology field
Work Experiences
· Minimum four (4) years' experience in Strength and Conditioning or comparable field
· Experience with elite level athletes
· Experience working in a high tempo, high stress environment
· Professional soccer experience required
· Must be willing to travel for business – weekend work and travel is necessary
· Preferred Proficiency in Microsoft applications and knowledge of current technologies
· Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
· Experience with elite level athletes
· Experience working in a high tempo, high stress environment
· Professional soccer experience required
· Must be willing to travel for business – weekend work and travel is necessary
· Preferred Proficiency in Microsoft applications and knowledge of current technologies
· Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
· Technical responsibilities will include the development, implementation, and delivery of the following:
o Warm-up
o Strength and conditioning (Mobility, Pre-Activation, Post-Session S&C)
o Data Monitoring/GPS
o Return to play protocols
· Assist coaches with the planning, delivery and review of training sessions.
· Periodization of team off-season, preseason and season programs.
· Monitor daily wellness and readiness data as it relates to preparing players to perform, and provide feedback to performance, medical, and Technical staff on short-, medium-, and long-term performance plans.
· Manage and maintain all GPS equipment, act as primary point of contact with GPS provider.
· Ensure that all players are monitored during sessions using GPS monitors.
· Provide feedback to Technical staff during training sessions using live GPS data.
· Report to medical staff on progress of injured players during Return to Play process using GPS/Wellness/Performance, force plate, and Hydration texting data.
· Implement, analyze, and report on the use of GPS monitoring systems to aid in injury prevention and ensure an optimal training environment.
· Produce daily, weekly, and monthly reports on team/player loading.
· Organize and implement daily Wellness Questionnaires to track physical well-being and aid in injury prevention, maintain player health and safety.
· Lead daily warm-up activities in alignment with the needs of the Technical Staff.
· Collaborate in designing and administering individualized pre-training activation protocols and post-training strength sessions.
· Teach correct techniques and methods for all physical activities when required.
· Generate reports and provide feedback on non-travel training sessions while working with Technical and medical staff.
· Manage and organize all performance/medical testing data obtained from pre-season physicals and periodic in-season testing.
· Continually monitor all players through regular physiological testing procedures, analyze data, and implement new strategies/programs and targets when appropriate.
· Comply with all League medical policies and protocols.
· Consult with Players regarding dietary needs, nutritional supplements, and League/FIFA banned substances.
· Communicating daily with Technical staff and being proactive with their approach to player care. Maintains proper lines of communication to ensure athletes are getting optimal care within the team.
· Perform other duties as assigned or required by the Club.
o Warm-up
o Strength and conditioning (Mobility, Pre-Activation, Post-Session S&C)
o Data Monitoring/GPS
o Return to play protocols
· Assist coaches with the planning, delivery and review of training sessions.
· Periodization of team off-season, preseason and season programs.
· Monitor daily wellness and readiness data as it relates to preparing players to perform, and provide feedback to performance, medical, and Technical staff on short-, medium-, and long-term performance plans.
· Manage and maintain all GPS equipment, act as primary point of contact with GPS provider.
· Ensure that all players are monitored during sessions using GPS monitors.
· Provide feedback to Technical staff during training sessions using live GPS data.
· Report to medical staff on progress of injured players during Return to Play process using GPS/Wellness/Performance, force plate, and Hydration texting data.
· Implement, analyze, and report on the use of GPS monitoring systems to aid in injury prevention and ensure an optimal training environment.
· Produce daily, weekly, and monthly reports on team/player loading.
· Organize and implement daily Wellness Questionnaires to track physical well-being and aid in injury prevention, maintain player health and safety.
· Lead daily warm-up activities in alignment with the needs of the Technical Staff.
· Collaborate in designing and administering individualized pre-training activation protocols and post-training strength sessions.
· Teach correct techniques and methods for all physical activities when required.
· Generate reports and provide feedback on non-travel training sessions while working with Technical and medical staff.
· Manage and organize all performance/medical testing data obtained from pre-season physicals and periodic in-season testing.
· Continually monitor all players through regular physiological testing procedures, analyze data, and implement new strategies/programs and targets when appropriate.
· Comply with all League medical policies and protocols.
· Consult with Players regarding dietary needs, nutritional supplements, and League/FIFA banned substances.
· Communicating daily with Technical staff and being proactive with their approach to player care. Maintains proper lines of communication to ensure athletes are getting optimal care within the team.
· Perform other duties as assigned or required by the Club.
Physical Requirements:
· Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone.
· Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a workday/shift. Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.
· Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone.
· Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a workday/shift. Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.
We offer competitive compensation ranging 55k-70k with benefits including multiple health plans and 401k. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States to be eligible for this opening.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.